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Rand Paul: I am hopeful, but not overly optimistic, because of the long-term history of 1,000 years that they don't readily adapt…

On the recordFebruary 28, 2011
I am hopeful, but not overly optimistic, because of the long-term history of 1,000 years that they don't readily adapt to true liberty.
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Rand Paul
Republican · Kentucky

Editor's note · Context

Expressing cautious optimism about Middle Eastern governments adapting to democracy.

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